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Salt & Tar: Ep.336- Decisions are Hard
April 9, 2026 · 19 min · 44K views
What this video covers
Garrett and Ruth are constructing a pilot house for their boat using a composite method that prioritizes speed and function over aesthetics.10:44 To join the plywood panels, Garrett employs an open V-groove technique, leaving wide gaps between pieces to be filled with thickened epoxy.11:19 This approach eliminates the need for precise beveling or tight joinery, allowing for a faster assembly process.11:46 The crew uses Thickso, a pre-thickened epoxy dispensed via caulking gun, to bond the seams.18:11 During construction, the team debates the rake of the forward face, weighing the aesthetic benefits of an angled, forward-leaning profile against the practical need to maintain deck space for their 10-foot dinghy, Little Red.6:12 After measuring the cabin top to ensure the dinghy will fit regardless of the panel angle, they commit to the design to avoid further project delays.9:35 The structure is braced with temporary T-braces and scrap wood to ensure proper alignment before the final fillets are applied.2:15
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